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Ministry of Defence
FIFTH EDITION OF JAPAN-INDIA BILATERAL MARITIME EXERCISE ‘JIMEX’
The 5th edition ofthe bilateral maritime exercise JIMEX, between Japan and India, was conducted in the Arabian Sea from06 – 08 October2021.The exercise saw the ships and aircraft of Japan Maritime Self Defence Force  and Indian Navy  engaging in a high tempo of operations focused on air, surface and sub-surface dimensions of maritime operations as well as the air domain.
The IN, under the command of RAdm Ajay Kochhar, Flag Officer Commanding Western Fleet, is participating with indigenous Guided Missile Destroyer, INS Kochi  and the Guided Missile Frigate INS Teg . The IN is also fielding a P8I, a shore-based maritime reconnaissance aircraft, and MiG 29K fighters. The JMSDF is led by RAdm IkeuchiIzuru, Commander, Escort Flotilla Three comprising of the Izumo Class Helicopter Carrier Kaga and the Guided Missile Destroyer Murasame. Both ships are participating with integral SH60K helicopters.
Setting the operational tempo from the start, the units exercised War at Sea scenario with P8I  providing maritime reconnaissance support to both navies. The units practiced Replenishment at Sea approaches and undertook fuel rig connect-up between Kaga and Kochi. The exercise also involved complex Over the Horizon Targetingexercises and surface gun shoots on an expendable target. An advanced coordinated anti-submarine exercise involving an underwater target deployed by JMSDFsaw surface units and IN’s P8I aircraft exercising with seamless coordination. Flag Officers of the two forces also met on the Flight Decks of Kochi and Kaga during flying operations, in keeping with the true spirit of military friendship.
The Air Domain operations included advanced anti-aircraft firing exercises on Expendable Aerial Target launched from the deck of INS Kochi and ship controlled Beyond Visual Range  combat drills by IN’s MiG 29K fighters. The exercise involved a high tempo of flying operations with MiG 29K fighters coming in for multiple simulated air strike on surface units, shepherded by the IN’s Maritime Patrol Aircraft, Dornier. The inclement weather could do little to hold back IN and JMSDF helicopters from undertaking cross-deck landings, showcasing a high level of interoperability.
The precision, coordination and the high level of interoperability reflected not only the high standards of professionalism and preparedness the two navies maintain to counter threats at sea, but also the high level of trust and understanding that they have built over the years.The complex maritime exercises undertaken will enable the two navies to further strengthen their already wide-ranging strategic partnership and, when required, to jointly safeguard their maritime interests and ensure peace, security and stability in the region.
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Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Aspirational Blocks Programme Module Now Live On iGOT Karmayogi Platform
iGOT Karmayogi Bharat, the capacity development ecosystem for government officials, managed by Karmayogi Bharat SPV, in partnership with NITI Aayog, has launched a new curated collection dedicated to the Aspirational Blocks Programme .
NITI Aayog has launched the Aspirational Blocks Programme, building on the success of the Aspirational Districts Programme.
The collection seeks to build functional, domain and behavioural competencies of 5000 Block-level officials across 500 identified Blocks by acquainting learners with subjects crucial for performing their duties and responsibilities effectively.
Through the curated module, the iGOT Platform will strive to enrich and enable Block officials’ contribution to the transformation of the under-served Blocks, thus improving grassroots governance across India. The 10 courses included are:
- Time Management , 2) Communication for Citizen Centricity , 3) Leadership , 4) Orientation Module on Mission LiFE , 5) Sustainable Development Goals , 6) Problem Solving and Decision Making , 7) Self-Leadership , 8) Stress Management , 9) Yoga Break at Workplace , and 10) Team Building 
iGOT Karmayogi  is a comprehensive online portal to guide government officials in their capacity building journey. The portal combines 6 functional hubs for online learning, competency management, career management, discussions, events and networking. More than 22.2 lakh learners from across the government spectrum are currently registered on the iGOT Platform having access to 685+ courses.
Ministry of Finance
Directorate of Revenue Intelligence  Seizes 14.3 Kg Smuggled Gold on the Indo-Bangladesh Border
Kolkata; September 04, 2023
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, with the assistance of the Border Security Force, conducted an operation against gold smugglers at the Indo-Bangladesh border near Gede in Nadia District of West Bengal on September 2 2023.
Search of the area resulted in recovery of 106 biscuits and cut pieces of foreign origin gold totally weighing 14.3 kgs. The smuggled gold were concealed by burying the packets containing the smuggled gold in a pit in a forested area adjoining the international border.
Two persons have been arrested under the provisions of the Customs Act, 1962. This seizure is a major success for DRI in combating gold smuggling and in unearthing novel modus operandi adopted by gold smugglers. Further investigation is in progress.
Ministry of Finance
CBDT invites comments on draft notification proposing amendment to Rule 44E, Form 34C, 34D and 34DA as per BEPS Action 5, for improving transparency in tax rulings
Under Base Erosion and Profit Shifting  Action 5, exchange of rulings on Permanent Establishment  by Authority for Advance Rulings is required to be done not only with the countries of residence of all related parties with whom taxpayer enters into transaction, but also with the country of residence of the immediate parent company and the ultimate parent company. Therefore, in order to implement the recommendations made under Action 5 of BEPS Action Plan to bring greater transparency in cross national transactions, Form 34C and 34D  are required to be modified so that details such as name, address and country of the residence of non-resident’s immediate parent company or ultimate parent company etc. are captured at application stage itself.
Further, vide Finance Act, 2017, the definition of the term “applicant” for the purpose of Advance Rulings has been amended by substituting clause  of section 245N of the Income-tax Act, 1961 . Therefore, consequential amendments are required in Rule 44E and respective Forms to bring them in harmony with the amendment to the Act.
Accordingly, a draft notification has been framed and uploaded on the website of the Income Tax Department atwww.incometaxindia.gov.infor comments from stakeholders and general public.The comments and suggestions on the draft Rules and Forms may be sent by 30th April, 2018 electronically at the email address, ts.mapwal[at]nic[dot]in.
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Ministry of Home Affairs
CRPF, ITBP commemorate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav and 126th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose at Cuttack
Organize several activities in collaboration with State Government
Display Arms and ammunitions to reminisce the valour of Netaji
To commemorate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav and 126th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, CRPF and ITBP in collaboration with Government of Odisha organized various activities in the historic city of Cuttack where Netaji was born and spent his early years.
A grand rally beginning from the birth place of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose to Anand Bhawan, the birthplace of legendary Biju Patnaik was organized in the morning where in personnel of CRPF, ITBP, Odisha Police, Students, Teachers and public participated. A cycle rally was also organized on the occasion. It was flagged off by Mayor of Cuttack Shri Subhash Singh in the presence of Collector Shri Bhabani Shankar Chayani and officials of CRPF and ITBP.
A blood donation camp was organized at Stewart Science College. Likewise, a plantation drive was held at Ravenshaw Collegiate School, the alma mater of Netaji. To reminisce the valour of Netaji and his Azad Hind Fauj, arms and ammunitions, which include CGRL, Automatic Grenade Launcher, 81 MM Mortar, 7.62 MM MMG, 7.62 MM Sniper, Ghatak Rifle, Wireless Communication system were displayed at Sahid Bhawan.
Events like philatelic exhibition on the life and works of Netaji and Poetry recitation were also being held. In the evening, the family members of martyrs were honoured and patriotic cultural programme were also held.
The Ministry of Home Affairs is celebrating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Iconic Events Week from 17th to 23rd January, 2023, to celebrate 75 years of India’s Independence. Various events are being organized in different parts of the country on the theme of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s life and his contribution to the freedom struggle.
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah will be the Chief Guest at a grand culmination event to be held in Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands on the 23rd of January, 2023.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
MoRTH moves ahead with Orientation and Training Programme of iRAD App
The 2-days Orientation and Training programme on iRAD App was conducted by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways on 7th & 8th September 2020 for the selected districts of Karnataka, and on 10th & 11th September 2020 for some districts of Uttar Pradesh. Based on the feedback and other suggestions received, the App will be customised for the State.
The basic iRAD app has been developed and will be customized/integrated as per the requirements of concerned States/UTs. Mobile app of iRAD is available for Android platform, and for other platforms like iOS will be available shortly.
The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways is in the process of implementing ‘Integrated Road Accident Database Project ’ which will be applicable across the country. In the first instance, it has been decided to implement the proposal in six States, viz. Maharashtra, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. The development and implementation of iRAD has been entrusted to lIT Madras and National Informatics Centre Services Inc. The App when developed and functional, will enable the stakeholders such as the Police, Transport, Health, etc to use their mobile phones to collect accident data on the spot.
This project is proposed on IT based system for capturing the spot accident data using mobile app configured for this purpose. This data can then be utilized for various purposes like finding the causes of the accidents and remedial measures to improve the road infrastructure, to record the accidents data for the use of police, health services and other concerned departments.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
25 Appointment Letters handed over to Newly Inducted Recruits in Rozgar Mela in Goa
Rozgar Mela is a step to accord highest priority to employment generation in the country: Union MoS Shripad Naik
Panaji | January 20, 2022
Union Minister of State for Tourism and Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shri Shripad Naik handed over appointment letters in a Rozgar Mela event held in Goa today. 25 appointment letters were handed over to newly inducted recruits as part of the 3rd tranche of recruitments under Rozgar Mela. The new recruits will join various departments like Goa Shipyard, Employees' State Insurance Corporation, National Statistical Office, Konkan Railway, and Mazagon Dock Shipyard. Panaji Mayor Rohit Monserrate, Pune Region Chief Commissioner Customs) S. M. Tata and Commissioner Goa division V. Soundararajan were present on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering Union Minister Shripad Naik said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has always emphasized on employment generation. He further stated that leveraging technology for citizen centric innovation and attracting investments in various sectors of the economy will naturally lead to generation of gainful employment. The Rozgar Mela is a step to accord highest priority to employment generation in the country, he added.
“Initiatives like Startup India, Make In India, Production Linked Incentives Scheme and Skill Development programmes proved to be major contributors in employment generation”, said Minister Shripad Naik. Rozgar Mela is expected to act as a catalyst in further employment generation and provide the meaningful opportunity to the youth for their empowerment and participation in the development of the nation directly. Mission mode recruitment drive is expected to result in filling up of 10 lakh jobs in a year and it is also expected to lead to the job creating atmosphere in the private and public sector.
Chief Commissioner S.M Tata highlighted various government initiatives to empower the youth. “Government’s proactive role is helping lakhs of young men and women empower themselves through employment. Rozgar Mela is an innovative concept to boost employment opportunities in the country”, he said.
The 3rd Tranche of recruitments under the Rozgar Mela has seen 71,000 employment letters being distributed at 45 locations throughout the country. The event saw Prime Minister Narendra Modi address and interact with beneficiaries virtually.
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Ministry of Defence
Dilli Series Seapower Seminar 2019 Commences at Indian Naval Academy
1. The sixth edition of the annual Dilli seminar on ‘Role of Seapower in Shaping of Nations’ commenced this morning at the Indian Naval Academy . Several serving and retired senior Naval Officers, eminent academicians, representatives of think tanks, defence analysts and distinguished luminaries are attending the two day seminar.
2. The seminar proceedings commenced with the opening address by Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, AVSM, NM, Commandant, INA. This was followed by the keynote address delivered by the chief guest Admiral Madhavendra Singh, AVSM, NM , former Chief of Naval Staff of the Indian Navy.
3. The first session of day one - ‘Sea Power Vs Land Power – A Historical Perspective’ - chaired by Dr. Dattesh Parulekar, commenced with a presentation by Commander B Srinivas on the topic ‘Security Ashore : Supremacy at Sea’. The officer is a Navigation and Direction specialist and holds a Diploma in International Maritime Law from Gujarat National Law University. The session touched upon the differences between sea power and land power, their interdependence, and some lessons for the times to come.
4. The second paper – ‘Sea Power vs Land Power : The Indian  Perspective’ - presented by Commodore Srikant B Kesnur brought out how Indian thinkers have highlighted India’s pre-occupation with land borders and how often we have been accused of sea-blindness. The presentation also dwelt upon the Navy at Independence and growth of Navy thereafter in terms of acquisitions as well as conceptual and doctrinal growth.
5. Session one of the day culminated with an invitational talk by Vice Admiral Girish Luthra, PVSM, AVSM, VSM  former Flag Officer Commanding in Chief, Western Naval Command.
6. Session two of the day - ‘Sea Power and Geo Economics’- chaired by Captain Alok Bansal comprised two papers, viz. ‘Evolving Influence of Sea Power in Emerging Geo –Economics’ by Commodore Odakkal Johnson, and ‘Sea Power and Geo Economics’ by Commodore Gopal Suri. The papers examined the relevance of geo- economics through maritime history in early, medieval and modern times; a concept that existed from several centuries and still relevant on present day.
- . Four papers will be presented tomorrow, the concluding day of the seminar . This will include a paper on ‘Linking Geo politics and Geo-economics with Sea Power’ by Midshipmen of INA, who are currently in their 8th term at the Academy. The other paper presenters are Shri Nitin Pai, Dr. Jabin T Jacob and Ms Ritika Kapoor. Commodore Uday Bhaskar, VSM, , Director, The Society for Policy Studies will be the chairperson for the session.
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Ministry of Jal Shakti
LOSSES DUE TO FLOODS
The data on damages due to heavy rain and floods is compiled by Central Water Commission  after receipt of confirmation from respective States. The statement showing damage due to floods/heavy rains during the last two years  in the country and in the State of Tamil Nadu is at Annexure – I.
Flood management including erosion control falls within the purview of the States. Flood management and anti-erosion schemes are formulated and implemented by concerned State Governments as per their priority. The Union Government supplements the efforts of the States by providing technical guidance and promotional financial assistance for management of floods in critical areas.
As a non-structural measure of flood management, CWC issues flood forecasts to State Governments at identified locations. CWC also issues inflow forecasts to identified reservoirs for proper reservoir regulation.
Presently, CWC flood forecasting network has been expanded to 331 Flood Forecast Stations  covering 23 States & 2 UTs in 20 river basins for taking proper mitigation measures by respective State Governments. In order to provide more lead time to the local authorities to plan evacuation of people & remedial measures, Central Water Commission  has developed basin wise flood forecasting model based on rainfall-runoff mathematical modelling for 5 days advance flood forecast advisory at identified flood forecasting and inflow forecasting stations. In the State of Tamil Nadu, CWC operates 4 flood level forecasting sites and 11 Inflow forecasting sites.
This Information was given by the Minister of State for Jal Shakti, Shri Bishweswar Tudu in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Central Forces successfully evacuated 900 persons from Mahalaxmi Express stranded in flood in Maharashtra
Mahalaxmi Express, which runs between Mumbai and Kolhapur, was held up between Badlapur and Wangani railway station due to water logging on tracks with nearly 900 passengers and staff since this morning.
On getting the information about this incident around 8.50 am, Ministry of Home Affairs  immediately deputed 02 team each of National Disaster Response Force  from Mumbai and Pune along with 09 boats and other necessary rescue equipment and NDRF teams reached the spot at about 0940 hrs. At the same time on the request of MHA, Ministry of Defence  immediately deployed Navy and Airforce teams for the rescue operation.
The naval teams reached the site with specialist divers. Two Mi-17 Indian Air Force Helicopters were also pressed into service to assist in rescue operation. Two columns of Army along with 130 trained staff, food packages, water and rescue material were also deployed.
Ministry of Railway also mobilized all necessary resources including a relief train and also provided medical assistance and refreshment to passengers.
In spite of fully water logged roads, tough and undulating terrain, NDRF and Navy teams evacuated all the stranded passengers and railway staff safely from the train.
Situation was closely monitored by the Union Minister for Home Affairs, Shri Amit Shah. He and MoS Home Affairs, Shri Nityanand Rai complimented the efforts of MHA, NDRF, MoD and other agencies for successfully rescuing all the passengers in the shortest possible time.
Further arrangement for a special 19-coach train have been made by the Indian Railways for movement of passengers upto Kolhapur.
Ministry of Defence
CHIEF OF ARMY STAFF PROCEEDS ON A VISIT TO BHUTAN
General Manoj Pande, the Chief of Army Staff  has proceeded on a visit to the Kingdom of Bhutan from 29 July. This visit will further enhance the unique and time-tested bilateral relationship, characterised by utmost trust, goodwill and mutual understanding.
The Army Chief will commence his visit by paying homage at the National Memorial Chorten at Thimpu, built in the memory of the third King of Bhutan, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. The COAS is scheduled to have an audience with His Majesty The King and His Majesty The Fourth King. The Army Chief will also engage in extensive discussions with his counterpart in the Royal Bhutan Army to exchange views on taking forward the strong cultural and professional bonds between both the Armies.
The Army Chief will conclude his visit by paying homage at the Druk Wangyal Khang Zhang Chortens at Dochula, which were established in honour of the fallen heroes of the Royal Bhutan Army who made the supreme sacrifice in operations against insurgents.
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Special Service and Features
ARMY RECRUITMENT RALLY FROM 15 NOV 2022 AT VELLORE
Recruitment rallies at District Sports Complex, Vellore, Tamil Nadu from 15 Nov to 29 Nov 2022 to be conducted to enroll candidates for
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 Soldier Technical Nursing Assistant/ Nursing Assistant  and
 Junior Commissioned Officer  into the Army.
The already registered candidates from the states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are permitted to participate in the rallies. It is mandatory for the candidates to bring all the documents listed in the respective Rally Notification as uploaded on www.joinindianarmy.nic.in. The formats of the documents to be brought are also given in the notification itself. Any candidate reporting to the rally site without complete documents and in incorrect format  will not be allowed to participate in the rally.
The recruitment process is fully automated, fair and transparent and candidates must guard against touts/fraudsters who claim that they can help anyone pass or get enrolled. Only hard work and preparation will ensure their selection as per merit. Touts and agents have no role to play and candidates are advised not to be lured by such agents/ agencies.
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Ministry of Finance
AIIB and INDIA sign US$ 455 Million Loan to improve Rural Connectivity in State of Andhra Pradesh
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank  and the Government of India signed a USD 455 million loan in New Delhi to finance the Andhra Pradesh Rural Roads Project, which will connect some 3,300 habitations with a population of more than 250, and benefit around two Million people.
The objective of the Project is to improve road transport connectivity in previously unserved communities by providing all weather rural roads in all 13 Districts of the State of Andhra Pradesh. The Project plans to construct rural roads to provide first connectivity, construct cross drainage works and bridges to complete missing links and structures, provide approaches to educational institutions and health care centres, construct rural roads passing through tribal areas, and upgrade earthen/gravel roads to asphalt-based roads.
The Project is likely to improve the life of common man living in the remote and isolated areas in the State of Andhra Pradesh.
Andhra Pradesh Rural Roads is the Third Project being signed by the AIIB in the State of Andhra Pradesh, the other two being in Power Sector and Water Sector. AIIB is very keen to support more such Projects in India in various sectors”, said Ms. Supee, Director General, Investment Operations Department, AIIB.
The successful completion of the Project will result in increased agricultural productivity and industrial development  through improved connections to markets with more favourable prices for agricultural inputs and outputs. Also, it will reduce travel time and hence giving better access to schools and hospitals for the rural population, resulting in improved healthcare and increase in literacy levels. Better access roads to habitations also will result in setting up of more schools and healthcare centres around the habitations , resulting in further improvement of healthcare, literacy levels and overall quality of life.
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank  is a Multilateral Development Bank, headquartered in Beijing, which began operations in January 2016. Republic of India is the Second Largest shareholder in the AIIB and its Largest borrower.